Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about our products? You're in the right place. Browse our most frequently asked questions to find quick answers about usage, dilution, storage, and more.
Does Midlab have a product that can be used to kill black mold?
Any of our disinfectants will kill and stop the black mold from continuing to grow. However, our Mold-n-Mildew Stain Remover will bleach and remove the mold stain.
What is the difference between a disinfectant and a sanitizer?
Disinfectants must be rinsed after contact and have a 99.99% kill claim. Sanitizers are no rinse and have a 99.9% kill claim.
What does Midlab recommend to kill TB?
No Acid and GSC Germicidal Spray Cleaner both have kill claims against TB.
What product does Midlab have to kill scabies?
Scabies is a mite that requires an insecticide to be killed on surfaces. None of Midlab products are labeled to kill scabies.
What product can be used to kill parvo?
Our Lemon Detergent Disinfectant and dilution control Non-Acid Bathroom Disinfectant Cleaner have kill claims against parvo.
How long must No Acid stay on the surface for its kill claims to be valid?
Anywhere from 30 seconds to 10 minutes.
Which of your products is effective against HIV-1?
All of our disinfectants have kill claims against HIV-1.
What is the shelf life of Midlab products?
Midlab guarantees our products for one year from the manufacture date as long as the product has remained unopened and has been stored at room temperature.
What temperature does the sanitizer or disinfectant solution need to be to be effective?
These products should be stored and used at room temperature to be effective.
How often should a diluted solution be changed before using?
Midlab recommends that all dilution control products be changed daily in order to be effective.
What products would you recommend for ceramic tile in the locker room shower?
One Step ADC is our one-step acid-based hospital grade disinfectant cleaner.
What products does Midlab make that will work on lime scale?
Our restroom care products and the Multi-Purpose Delimer/Descaler will work effectively on lime scale.
How can I clean soap scum from porcelain tile?
The Maxim Foaming Restroom Cleaner will clean soap scum off porcelain tile without etching the grout. If you want a RTU environmentally conscious choice, then use Nattura Foaming Shower Cleaner or Non-Corrosive Bathroom & Bowl Cleaner/Descaler.
What product should I use when needing to remove the uric salt in a slow running urinal drain?
The Maxim Phoz Gel is a thickened bowl and tile cleaner that will clean organic soils and remove mineral deposits with ease.
What RTU does Midlab recommend for disinfecting tables in cafeterias?
Tabletops should be sanitized using the Maxim Hard Surface Sanitizer.
What is recommended for floors with heavy food soils and that doesn’t leave the floor slippery?
Our Fresh Traction Wash, Traction, and Mop & Go Traction were all formulated to be used in heavy soil and grease areas such as restaurant kitchens.
What do you suggest for carbon build up on metal pans?
The Carbon Soak is good for soaking metal pans. The CARBrid is a ready to use solution that you let sit on the metal pans then rinse off.
After spraying a surface with Hard Surface Sanitizer, should I rinse it, or let it air dry?
You always want to let the Hard Surface Sanitizer air dry.
What products are effective for cleaning range hoods?
The Oven-N-Grill works the best on hood ranges removing grease, oil, and carbonized soils without noxious fumes. It cannot be used on soft metal.
Are there any sanitizers that can be used on a counter top where food is prepared?
The Food Service Sanitizer is to be used on counter tops where food is prepared. It is EPA registered.